By Lori Alton, staff writer , the agrichemical giant has joined forces with Pairwise Plants – a California start-up company helmed by a pair of Harvard scientists – and plans to invest a whopping $100 million in a form of gene-editing technology. While the new technology, known as CRISPR, is being hailed by some as a way to correct genetic diseases, many natural health advocates question its safety – and whether our food is an appropriate target for gene-editing. Three days after the collaboration was announced, a published study showing that CRISPR induced unexpected mutations in mice was retracted. The
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By Dr. Mercola Nettle commonly grows in backyards and gardens, but did you know that this weed can also have profound benefits for your body? In fact, nettle is a popular herbal medicine in many parts of the world. Here’s one way to reap its benefits: Use nettle oil. Discover the uses of this lesser-known but equally versatile herbal oil. What Is Nettle Oil? Nettle oil or nettle extract comes from Urtica dioica, a creeping, fibrous perennial plant from the Urticaceae plant family.1 Nettle, also known as hemp nettle, white nettle or devil’s leaf, is …read more Source: mercola
By Dena Schmidt, staff writer (NaturalHealth365) It has long been assumed that osteoarthritis, in obese people, was only caused by excess wear and tear on their joints. However, new research out of the University of Rochester Medical Center reveals that a gut microbiome imbalance – including a deficit of Bifidobacteria – is the likely culprit. The evidence shows a high fat, Western-style diet alters gut microbes, increasing inflammation in the body and speeding up joint deterioration. Fortunately, a common dietary supplement was found to overturn gut microbiome imbalances in mice. And, although it …read more Source: Natural Health 365
Some phytochemicals and botanicals have ‘very promising’ evidence for combating cognitive decline, according to a new systematic review of children. …read more Source: Prevent Disease
By Dena Schmidt, staff writer (NaturalHealth365) As you may know, diversity and balance of gut bacteria have already been linked to many vital aspects of physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Now, new research out of the University of Nottingham and King’s College London is adding heart health to that list. Digestion, metabolic function and the strength of our immune system are all intimately tied to the health of the gut microbiome. A lack of balance and ideal variety of ‘friendly’ bacteria can lead to chronic inflammation and diseases of the entire digestive …read more Source: Natural Health 365
By Heather Callaghan By Stacy Malkan Update May 2018: Tax records show that the Council for Biotechnology Information, a chemical industry trade group, paid Ketchum public relations firm more than $11 million from… …read more Source: Natural Blaze
By Lori Alton, staff writer (Naturalhealth365) In the first two years of life, babies typically receive a staggering 27 injections as part of the routine pediatric vaccination schedule. As rates of autism spectrum disorder have skyrocketed over the past few decades, many natural health experts have steadfastly asserted that these vaccines – or, more precisely, vaccine ingredients – play a role. Now, a groundbreaking Canadian study shows that exposure to aluminum, a common vaccine additive used to enhance the immune response, is linked with autism-like behavior in young mice. Although other studies have …read more Source: Natural Health 365
By Susan Patterson Have you ever known someone who just has beautiful, long and healthy eyelashes naturally? What girl doesn’t dream of full and gorgeous eyelashes? The truth is, most people who have long and beautiful eyelashes have put some time and effort into them. The good news is, you too can have long, full and beautiful eyelashes by using some of these tried and true natural beauty tips. Before we dig into the beauty tips, let’s explore just some of the reasons why your eyelashes might not be as healthy as they could be. 5 Reasons Your Eyelashes Aren’t
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Researchers at the University of Georgia sought to establish if eating eggs can improve bone strength and cognitive function in obese and normal weight children. …read more Source: Prevent Disease
By Lindsay Sheehan Vital for many core functions in the human body, electrolytes are minerals that carry an electrical charge. When dissolved in bodily fluids, electrolytes separate into negatively or positively charged ions that provide the voltage necessary for nerve signalling, muscle movement, and fluid balance throughout the body. They are found in blood, urine, tissues, and other bodily fluids. Every time we sweat, urinate, or defecate, we lose some of them. It’s important to replenish electrolytes as they are depleted. Without electrolytes, our cells would dry out or burst from being too full, our hearts would stop beating, our
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By Heather Callaghan By ANH-USA Meetings being held between the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) and other world bodies to discuss “harmonization” (meaning restriction) of “nutrient intake” recommendations indicate… …read more Source: Natural Blaze
By Susan Patterson Ah, summertime. The weather is warm, the flowers are blooming and the barbeques and summer gatherings are in full swing. One unwelcome guest, however, the mosquito has this way of really turning a good outdoor party on its head. Besides creating a landscape that is repulsive to mosquitoes by using plants, citronella candles, and other homemade recipes to deter this blood-sucking pest, there is one other thing you can do, lure in mosquito eating critters There are a number of critters who love to make a meal or two out of mosquitoes. …read more Source: Natural Living
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By Dena Schmidt, staff writer (NaturalHealth365) Are you opposed to animal testing? If so, you’ll be horrified to discover that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has been doing disgusting food research with kittens and ending their lives – right after the study. This information was revealed recently and is causing outrage nationwide. The experiments involve breeding hundreds of kittens, feeding them parasite-infested raw meat for several weeks and running tests on their waste. After the research, the kittens are killed through incineration. Congressman Mike Bishop of Michigan has sent a …read more Source: Natural Health 365
By Dr. Mercola By Dr. Mercola In recent years, concerns over the health effects of glyphosate — the active ingredient in Roundup and other weed killer formulations — has risen exponentially. Researchers have discovered it not only may be carcinogenic,1 but may also affect your body’s ability to produce fully functioning proteins, inhibit the shikimate pathway (found in gut bacteria) and interfere with the function of cytochrome P450 enzymes (required for activation of vitamin D and the creation of nitric oxide and cholesterol sulfate). Glyphosate also chelates important minerals, disrupts sulfate synthesis and transport, …read more Source: mercola
By Lori Alton, staff writer (Naturalhealth365) Of all forms of cancer, liver cancer – which claims over 24,000 lives a year in the United States alone – is one of the most dreadful. But, the real tragedy is how Western medicine continues to ignore the healing (and protective) power of nutrition – especially the value of maintaining higher vitamin D levels. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that cancer rates have been rising for the past few decades (especially liver cancer) – which is why there’s an urgency (by researchers) to …read more Source: Natural Health
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By Jonathan Landsman (NaturalHealth365) We all know about the benefits of exercise and importance of engaging in regular physical activity. But, to those looking for more ‘proof,’ a new Swedish study of women and fitness has discovered that a high level of cardiovascular fitness can reduce the risk of dementia (later in life) by a stunning 90 percent. As you may know, I created the Alzheimer’s and Dementia Summit as a way of helping the world to deal with this growing health crisis. I know all too …read more Source: Natural Health 365
By Dr. Mercola By Dr. Mercola There is an epidemic of heart disease in the U.S. and conventional treatments are not proving to be as effective as hoped. Some of the factors associated with an increased risk of heart disease are obesity, high blood pressure, smoking and diabetes. These factors may lead to a heart attack, during which part of the heart is deprived of oxygen, slowly killing the muscle. In the case of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), the heart experiences an electrical event causing it to suddenly and unexpectedly stop beating. The individual suddenly loses consciousness as the brain
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By Heather Callaghan By GMI Reporter Let food be thy medicine. Just don’t let it be thy drug. Can’t resist a slice – or two or three – of pizza? You may well be addicted. Researchers from the Department of Psychology… …read more Source: Natural Blaze
By AdminM by Paul Fassa Health Impact News A new study, published by the BMJ (British Medical Journal) in May 2018, found that people consuming eggs regularly were less at risk for heart disease than those who consumed no eggs. The title of the Chinese study is Associations of egg consumption with cardiovascular disease in a cohort study of 0.5 million Chinese adults. Over a half-million Chinese, …read more Source: Health Impact News
By Heather Callaghan By Brandon Turbeville, Natural Blaze A 46-year-old school groundskeeper is now at the forefront of the fight against Monsanto, despite the fact that he may not have much longer to live. DeWayne… …read more Source: Natural Blaze
By Admin Image from ABC 5 KSTP.com by Brian Shilhavy Editor, Health Impact News A local private buying club in Minneapolis, known as Uptown Locavore, was raided and shut down by the Health Department earlier this month (May, 2018). Even though there were apparently no complaints, and no one reporting any illness due to the food being sold in this private market, the city of Minneapolis decided to shut them down, stating that they did not have proper retail licenses, and that some of their food was “dangerous,” because they were selling fresh …read more Source: Health Impact News
By Dr. Mercola By Dr. Mercola Turnips are antioxidant-rich and nutrient-dense. Besides being an excellent source of vitamin C and fiber, turnips also contain a type of phytonutrient known as indoles, which may help you fight cancer — particularly colon cancer. For these and many other reasons, you may enjoy growing turnips. Below, I share everything you need to know to cultivate this hearty, healthy root vegetable. The Basics About Turnips Turnips (Brassica rapa) are members of the cruciferous family of vegetables, making them close cousins of kohlrabi and rutabagas. They are biennials grown as annuals and may go to
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By AdminM by Paul FassaHealth Impact News A new study has been published questioning the validity of counting food calories as an indicator of health and obesity. 22 researchers from around the world agreed that the theory stating a “calorie is a calorie,” no matter what the food source, is not a theory backed by science. An enduring dietary dogma has been the emphasis on calories, even to the extent of calorie counting one’s food intake and comparing the food’s caloric values as provided by tables of calorie measurements according to food types and amounts as an indicator of …read
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By none Your gastrointestinal (GI) tract is one of the most important parts of your body, as it plays a role in digesting foods, absorbing nutrients and eliminating wastes, not to mention that 80 percent of your immune system is located in your gut. So when inflammation strikes, putting your GI tract in less than optimal condition, your overall health can be compromised, disrupting your body processes and causing debilitating pain at the same time. This is exactly what happens when you get Crohn’s disease. Basic Facts About Crohn’s Disease Named after Dr. Burrill B. Crohn, one …read more Source:
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By Michael Greger M.D. FACLM The post Do Sunflower Seeds Cause Acne? appeared first on NutritionFacts.org. …read more Source: nutritionfacts.org
By AdminM More than 4000 patients have sued Merck over injuries due to Fosamax. Duty to Warn: Truth-telling Statistics that Big Pharma and the CDC Never Report to Physicians or Patients by Gary G. Kohls, MD It has been over a decade since I came to the realization that the entire profession of medicine had been bamboozled by the propaganda coming from the Big Pharma drug and vaccine maker, Merck & Company, that its so-called “fracture-preventative” drug Fosamax had defrauded us doctors and our patients by falsely claiming a “50% efficacy rate” in the prevention of bone fractures in osteopenic/osteoporotic
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By Dr. Mercola By Dr. Mercola Earlier this year, researchers from University of California San Diego School of Medicine reported there’s been a dramatic increase in glyphosate exposure in recent decades and, subsequently, the level found in people’s bodies.1 As one would expect, the introduction of so-called “Roundup Ready” genetically engineered (GE) crops led to a massive increase in the use of Roundup, the active ingredient of which is glyphosate. Glyphosate has also become a popular tool for desiccating non-GE grains, legumes and beans, which has further spurred the use of the chemical. …read more Source: mercola